Sheriff Anthony Boen said forestry fire fighters are on the scene of a 20-acre fire in Franklin County. The fire is believed to have been caused by lightning, crews said.The fire is off of Highway 96, south of Ozark in the Oak Bend Road area.Boen said the fire is getting close to homes.Check back with 4029tv.com for further updates.

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ark. —

Sheriff Anthony Boen said forestry fire fighters are on the scene of a 20-acre fire in Franklin County. The fire is believed to have been caused by lightning, crews said.

The fire is off of Highway 96, south of Ozark in the Oak Bend Road area.